Lances Collection

Various Whaling Items
Various implements used in whaling

French Cavalry 1805
French cavalry during the Napoleonic era. Date: circa 1805

Items of interior decoration at the seat of Sir Savile Crossley - Somerleyton Hall near Lowestoft - Household Gods. These include a marble statue of Sir Savile as a boy, a bronze figure of Atalanta

Studies for the figure of Sergeant Ewart, Scots Greys, for the painting showing his
1772196 Studies for the figure of Sergeant Ewart, Scots Greys, for the painting showing his capture of the French Eagle at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815, c.1817 (pencil & ink on paper) by Dighton

Thomas the Apostle 2
THOMAS DIDYMUS is famous for doubting the resurrection of Jesus; later he went as a missionary to Parthia and India, where he was pierced with lances near Madras

The comet of 249 AD
5309971 The comet of 249 AD; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting the comet of 249 AD, as seen in Basel, Switzerland. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Illustration depicting the mutineers being surprised by Her Majesty's 9th Lances
3523135 Illustration depicting the mutineers being surprised by Her Majesty's 9th Lances; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the mutineers being surprised by Her Majesty's 9th Lances)

The comet of 384 AD
5309972 The comet of 384 AD; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting the comet of 384 AD, as seen in Basel, Switzerland. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Medieval cavalry charging against infantry, from a 19th century engraving
5242582 Medieval cavalry charging against infantry, from a 19th century engraving.

The hunting of bison
5308055 The hunting of bison.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the hunting of bison with the use of lances. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Mahdi warriors with their wMahdi warriors with their weapons. From La Ilustracion Iberica, published 1884 (engraving)
6116610 Mahdi warriors with their wMahdi warriors with their weapons. From La Ilustracion Iberica, published 1884 (engraving); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

A comet seen as horsemen with lances
5309975 A comet seen as horsemen with lances; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting a comet seen as horsemen with lances in Basel, Switzerland. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

No Surrender! A British artillery officer who sold his life dearly when his battery was attacked, Belgium, WWI (litho)
3252853 No Surrender! A British artillery officer who sold his life dearly when his battery was attacked, Belgium, WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: No Surrender)

Military Athletic Sports at Lillie-Bridge, West Brompton, 1876. Creator: C.R
Military Athletic Sports at Lillie-Bridge, West Brompton, [London], 1876. The most interesting performances were those of horsemen wielding the lance or the sword, tilting at rings or at tent-pegs

Throwing Bulls at Seville before the Prince of Wales, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876. Creator: L.B
Throwing Bulls at Seville before the Prince of Wales, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876.... several gentlemen and noblemen...were dressed in the picturesque national costume of black short

Battle with knights, 1842-1850. Creator: Roeland Christiaan Korthals
Battle with knights, 1842-1850. Mounted knights in armour fighting, while two other men fall injured to the ground. In the background is a flag with the text Now or never. Overcome or die'

Riot at the conviction of Cornelis Halewijn and Herman Jansz. in Antwerp in 1559, (1652-1659). Design for a print

The Tournament, 1500. Creator: Master MZ
The Tournament, 1500

The path of the Cossacks through War-Smitten Galicia, 1914-19 (litho)
STC359722 The path of the Cossacks through War-Smitten Galicia, 1914-19 (litho) by Russian School (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Death of the Aragonese knight Pedro Ahones (?-1226)
Pedro de Ahones (? -1226). Aragonese knight of the Ahonese lineage. Servant of King Peter III of Aragon. He participated in the nobiliary revolts against James I of Aragon

Warriors in a canoe navigating the Aruwimi River
History of Africa. 19th century. Warriors in a canoe navigating the Aruwimi River. Engraving by Hildibrand. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

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Saint George Killing the Dragon (oil on canvas)
868044 Saint George Killing the Dragon (oil on canvas) by Bordone, Paris (1500-71); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: San Giorgio uccide il drago.); Photo © Stefano Baldini

John I, Duke of Brabant (oil on panel)
471416 John I, Duke of Brabant (oil on panel) by Leys, Jan August Hendrik, Baron (1815-69); 107.1x35.8 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; (add.info.: John I of Brabant)

Plate 16: Battle of Achilles against the Trojans; from Guillielmus Becanuss Serenissimi... 1636
Plate 16: Battle of Achilles against the Trojans; from Guillielmus Becanuss Serenissimi Principis Ferdinandi, Hispaniarum Infantis... 1636

Plate I: Election and Coronation of Emperor Maximilian II, 1612. 1612. Creator: Anon
Plate I: Election and Coronation of Emperor Maximilian II, 1612

Procession, with six men riding horses, 16th century. 16th century. Creator: Anon
Procession, with six men riding horses, 16th century

The Saracen horde departing for battle, from a manuscript of the Cantigas de Santa Maria, by Alfonso the Wise (vellum)
IND351682 The Saracen horde departing for battle, from a manuscript of the Cantigas de Santa Maria, by Alfonso the Wise (vellum) by Spanish School, (13th century); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial

Two Knights Jousting at a Tournament in Germany (etching)
KW421820 Two Knights Jousting at a Tournament in Germany (etching) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection

The Severe Defeat Given By The British Troops At The Mad Mullah In Somalia, The Charge Of The Cavalry (Colour Litho)
2798740 The Severe Defeat Given By The British Troops At The Mad Mullah In Somalia, The Charge Of The Cavalry (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Ajax protecting Patrocluss corpse during the battle of Troy, The Trojan Horse, Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia)
2384709 Ajax protecting Patrocluss corpse during the battle of Troy, The Trojan Horse, Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia), 1538 - 1539 by Romano

Ajax protecting Patrocluss corpse during the battle of Troy, The Trojan Horse, Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia)
2384708 Ajax protecting Patrocluss corpse during the battle of Troy, The Trojan Horse, Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia), 1538 - 1539 by Romano

Two Knights do battle before Cameliard, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, 1903 (litho)
STC335700 Two Knights do battle before Cameliard, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, 1903 (litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

The Tournament, 1565. Creator: Jost Ammon
The Tournament, 1565

Etruscan cavalry and warriors at the siege of Thebes
6339914 Etruscan cavalry and warriors at the siege of Thebes by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Etruscan cavalry and warriors at the siege of Thebes)

The Trojan Horse, Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia), 1538 - 1539
2384704 The Trojan Horse, Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia), 1538 - 1539 by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (and workshop); Palazzo Ducale & Museo, Mantua, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Mantova)

Mexico-Direccion General de Turismo Tourism Poster released by the Mexican Secretary of Tourism featuring a painting of
3614683 Mexico-Direccion General de Turismo Tourism Poster released by the Mexican Secretary of Tourism featuring a painting of a Matador and bull, c.1959 by Ruano Llopis

Page 12. An Indian bow, spears, and arrows;the Violet Sparrow, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5669982 Page 12. An Indian bow, spears, and arrows; the Violet Sparrow, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Maximilian would often take part in tournaments, illustration from A History of Germany by H. E
STC232152 Maximilian would often take part in tournaments, illustration from A History of Germany by H.E. Marshall, 1913 (colour litho) by Michael, Arthur C

Greek warriors in helmets, armour, and labarum standards
6340140 Greek warriors in helmets, armour, and labarum standards by Paglianti, Giovanni (19th century); (add.info.: Greek warriors in helmets, armour, and labarum standards)

View of the Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia): fresco representing the story of the town, 1538-1539
2384702 View of the Chamber of Troy (Sala di Troia): fresco representing the story of the town, 1538-1539 by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (and workshop); Palazzo Ducale & Museo, Mantua, Lombardy

Medieval quintain (hand-coloured engraving)
3245412 Medieval quintain (hand-coloured engraving) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; British, out of copyright

Fol. 7v The Planet Mars, from De Sphaera, 1470 (vellum)
XOT361212 Fol.7v The Planet Mars, from De Sphaera, 1470 (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Estense, Modena, Emilia-Romagna

Charge! (engraving)
3656172 Charge! (engraving) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charge! Illustration for Boys Own (nd)

Military wagon and cavalrymen, 13th Century (litho)
3620658 Military wagon and cavalrymen, 13th Century (litho) by Heins, Armand Jean (1856-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Military wagon and cavalrymen, 13th Century)

The charge of the Royalist Infantry at Naseby, June 14th, 1645 (litho)
STC373365 The charge of the Royalist Infantry at Naseby, June 14th, 1645 (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne (engraving)
1046889 Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne)

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"Lances: A Glimpse into the World of Whaling, Art, Decoration, and History" Step into a captivating world where lances take center stage - not just as weapons but as fascinating artifacts that tell tales of various aspects of human civilization. From the whaling industry to historical battles, interior decoration to religious symbolism, these lances hold secrets waiting to be unraveled. Delve into the realm of whaling items and discover how these powerful tools were used by brave sailors in their quest for marine giants. Explore studies for Sergeant Ewart's figure from the Scots Greys regiment, offering a glimpse into military history and artistic representation during turbulent times. Travel back in time to witness French cavalry in 1805 wielding lances with unparalleled grace and precision. Marvel at the intricate details found in Sir Savile Crossley's Somerleyton Hall near Thomas' Apostle 2 - a testament to opulent interior decoration that transcends time. Uncover stories hidden within each lance; like that of Pedro Ahones (?-1226), an Aragonese knight whose death is immortalized through this weapon. Journey alongside warriors navigating treacherous waters on an Aruwimi River canoe or explore Anglo-Saxon and Danish weaponry - symbols of ancient conflicts etched onto every surface. Witness Cossack Cavalry charging fearlessly on the Eastern Front during WW1; their lances held high as they fight for honor and country. And don't miss out on marveling at the sheer power behind a large mounted crossbow - an instrument capable of shaping destinies with its deadly accuracy. These they can more than mere objects; they embody centuries worth of history, culture, bravery, and artistry. They invite us to step closer, examine their intricacies carefully, and immerse ourselves in worlds long gone yet forever preserved within their steel frames. So let your imagination soar as you embark on this journey through time, where lances become gateways to forgotten stories and untold adventures.